SPD's Seeheimer Kreis Proposes Tax Reform to Support Middle Class

The conservative wing of the SPD suggests raising the top tax rate for high earners while offering relief to middle-income earners.

The Seeheimer Kreis, a conservative faction within the SPD, has proposed a tax reform to delay the 42% tax rate for middle-income earners, starting at €80,000 for singles and €175,000 for married couples.
The proposal includes increasing the tax rate for top earners to 45%, with the highest tax rate rising from 45% to 48% for incomes above €278,000.
This strategy aims to realign the SPD's focus on the working middle class, with the intent to address concerns that have led to disconnection from the party.
Additional measures suggested include raising child benefits, providing free school meals, increasing the minimum wage to €15, and substantial economic investments.
The Seeheimer Kreis also calls for a review of citizen benefits for Ukrainian refugees, emphasizing the need for fair treatment and integration into the labor market.